Lodge Safety Tips

The Lodge is not manned all night but we do have a Manager on Duty at all times.  The name and phone number of the Manager on Duty is located to the right of the entry at the Lodge building.

 

Fire Safety

If you discover a fire or smell smoke sound the alarm from the nearest Fire Alarm Box.

Contact the front desk or the Manager on Duty.

Remain calm and wait for help to arrive.

 

Doors

When you are in the room always use the secondary lock.  If someone knocks, use the view finder to identify the person.  If you do not know them and have not requested assistance from the front desk, do not open the door but call the front desk to report the suspicious activity.

 

When leaving the room, always check to make sure your door closed and fastened properly.

Trail Hiking Safety Tips

Most people feel they will never get lost but each year the staff at Georgia State Parks carries out many rescue missions for people who have wandered off the trails and gotten turned around. 

 

Please follow these guidelines for a fun and safe hike.

  • Wear proper attire. Although not strenuous, some areas of the trail are rough. Proper shoes are a must. 
  • Take water with you. There is none available on the trail and summers in the South are hot and humid.
  • Stay on the marked trails.
  • All hikers should carry a small whistle with them. Blasts on the whistle can alert people that you are in distress.
  • Do not count on your cell phone. Phones can become damaged and our remote location means many dead spots.